Overall Score
58.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3504)58.4
Performance(#8925)54.3
Camera(#900)50.4
Display(#1553)79.5
Battery(#7931)43.5
Build(#6393)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Asus Zenfone V V520KL
Short Review
- The Asus Zenfone V V520KL features a sleek design with dimensions of 146.6 x 72.6 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 147.1g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.2-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset and a quad-core CPU, it delivers reliable performance with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera boasts a 23 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture and 4-axis OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports 18W charging, ensuring decent longevity for daily use.
- Running on Android 7 (Nougat) with ZenUI 3, the software experience is functional but may feel dated.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, though it lacks 5G support and NFC.
- The device is equipped with a USB Type-C 3.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Available in Sapphire Black, the phone combines a premium look with solid features.
- Overall, the Zenfone V V520KL is a well-rounded device for users seeking a compact smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor Verizon
Display
Size5.2"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera23 MP
Main Camera Details23 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, 4-axis OIS
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD 2.0, QC2, 60% in 37 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions146.6 x 72.6 x 7.6 mm (5.77 x 2.86 x 0.30 in)
Weight147.1 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSapphire Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 400/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 3.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7 (Nougat), ZenUI 3
OS VersionAndroid 7 (Nougat), ZenUI 3
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes